MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Christmas Eve is approaching and Santa is getting ready to make his trip around the globe delivering presents to all of the good little boys and girls! It is truly a mystery how he does it all in one night, but for the 7th year in a row you can track Santa's journey with OnStar to make sure you're sound asleep when he comes down your chimney!
OnStar has once again partnered with the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) to provide Santa updates to anyone with an active OnStar subscription. Just press your blue OnStar Button any time between 6am on December 24th and 5am on December 25th and a jolly OnStar advisor will provide you with Santa's precise location at that exact time according to NORAD's Santa Tracker Map!
Plus, OnStar and its AtYourService partner Audiobooks is offering complimentary copies of the classic The Night Before Christmas, download via email link sent by an Onstar advisor. Famlies can enjoy listening to the book in the vehicle on their holiday travels using Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or a Bluetooth connection.
OnStar is donating again this year to the United Way for Southeastern Michigan and the United Way Mexico. For every call received to track Santa's journey, OnStar will donate $1 to the United Way so that everyone can benefit from the magic of the holiday season! Last year, the calls raised more than $2,600.
If you do not have OnStar, no worries! You can still follow Santa’s journey via the NORAD Tracks Santa website and Faceboook. You can also go on Twitter and use #NORADSanta or call 1-877-HI-NORAD (1-877-446-6723).
Happy holidays from our family to yours! Travel safely this holiday in a brand new Chevrolet. We’re happy to find you a vehicle that will accommodate you and your whole family. At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Can you smell that? It's the deliciously warming scent of holiday baked goods in the air! Tis the season to bust out the sugar n' spice and everything nice to get in the Christmas spirit and spread holiday cheer! Whether you've got cookie exchanges to participate in, holiday potlucks to attend, or little ones around the house looking for a sweet treat these Christmas Cookie Recipe Ideas are sure to impress.
Of course there is endless holiday cookie inspiration on Pinterest, but let's be honest, sometimes that can end up taking more time than it does to even bake the cookies. So to save you some time during this busy season, we've gathered up some of the best Christmas Cookie Recipe Ideas for your holiday enjoyment!
Have so many Christmas cookies you want to make that you're not sure how you're going to fit them all in your car? Worry not! Tis the season to indulge, and why not upgrade to a new Chevy car or truck? Whatever you many need this holiday season, we're here to help!
At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – At this point, we're just not sure. Which is better, Thanksgiving or Thanksgiving Leftovers? After browsing Pinterest for some ideas about what to do with the leftovers we are expecting to have after Thursday, it's a toss up!
Thanksgiving definitely has it's advantages and is a wonderful time to connect with family and friends – warm turkey, fragrant pumpkin pie, and merriment all around. But when you're exhausted on Friday from Thursday's celebrations and shopping all morning, nothing looks better than these downright delicious Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes! Take a look and let us know if you agree. Or better yet, if you have a go-to turkey day leftover recipe, share it with us!
The BEST Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe Ideas
Rise and shine with a post-Thanksgiving breakfast that you'll want every weekend! These Stuffing Eggs in a Basket are super simple and great for a crowd if you have family staying with you!
Got leftover mashed potatoes? Make them into Mashed Potato Waffles topped with some cheese! Or even better have them along side your Stuffing Eggs in a Basket!
When lunch time rolls around, grab the leftover turkey and cranberry sauce for the most amazing Thanksgiving Leftover Grilled Cheese you've ever had!
Last but not least, use up the rest of your Thanksgiving leftovers while feeding the whole family this Turkey Pot Pie! Perfect for this time of year!
After the big feast is over, if you're ready to shop til you drop on Black Friday, don't forget that we have some exclusive offers for our Pre-Holiday Extravaganza at our two Mt. Pleasant locations! Prepare for the cold winter ahead with a great Chevy or GMC truck.
At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Fall has arrived which means we no longer have to hold back our love for all things pumpkin! How can you not love the delicious sweetness and spice it brings to the season?! We have gathered up our favorite Delicious Pumpkin Recipes for Fall that you will all our fellow pumpkin lovers will enjoy!
Delicious Pumpkin Recipes for Fall
With fall comes cooler temperatures and nothing goes better with the chill in the air than some comfort food! It's the best time of the year to indulge in some sweet treats that are filled with the spice of the season, so go on and treat yourself to one of these pumpkin treats!
If you want to enjoy all-things-pumpkin but still want to keep it healthy, we've got you covered there too! Trust us, these healthy pumpkin breakfast and snack recipes are just as delicious and you won't have to feel guilty enjoying them everyday (if you're into that)!
Do you have a fall favorite pumpkin recipe? Share it with us! At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our BuickGMCCadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - A drowsy driver is a dangerous driver. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drowsiness or fatigue is the main cause of up to 100,000 police-reported passenger vehicle incidents a year, killing at least 1,500 and injuring 71,000. Even more fatigue-related incidents go unreported making drowsy driving just as bad as drunk driving.
Contrary to popular belief, it is not truck drivers causing there accidents. Only 1% of all the reported drowsy driving incidents are cause by semi-truck drivers due to a recent federal law that states truck drivers can only driver for 10 hours at a time in a 24 hour period. Surprisingly, in many aspects drowsy driving is much like drunk driving. When it comes to driving under the influence of alcohol, once someone has a blood alcohol level of .08% he or she is legally drunk. Recent studies have shown that a driver who has gone a day without sleep shows the same factors as a driver registering .10% blood alcohol level which is well above the legal limit.
Drowsy driving is just as bad as drunk driving, and both show very similiar signs when out on the road. Both occurrences show drivers with slower reaction times, decreased awareness, impaired judgement and increased aggressiveness. In a recent study, nine out of ten North American police officers interviewed had pulled over a drowsy driver who they thought was actually a drunk driver.
Drowsy driving is just as bad as drunk driving and parents and guardians should talk about it with their kids JUST as much. If you would like to stop by and go over the several safety features that assist GM drivers, feel free to stop by! We would love to show you the great technological safety systems in our vehicles! At your localSt. Louis, Michigan Area Chevy Dealerwe are always checking out the new technologies that Chevy is coming up with!Visit us at your St. Louis Area Chevrolet Dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac Dealershiplocated at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - Last night in Downtown Detroit at the Fillmore, Chevrolet revealed the all-new 2016 Chevy Cruze to the delight of press, auto-insiders, writers and car-buyers. The all-new Cruze is more fuel efficient, lighter and longer, all things that buyers felt needed to be upgraded when Chevy initially started the new remodel. Currently, the Cruze is Chevrolet's best selling vehicle so it's exciting to see what new features and updates GM has in store for 2016.
John Cafaro, the Executive Director of Chevrolet Design, explained that Chevy wanted to keep a common styling theme that began with the new Impala, extended through the 2016 Malibu and now the Cruze. The new 2016 Cruze blends conservative and luxury designs perfectly together to create a vehicle that should run away with its segment, especially since the Cruze is such a globally popular model.
Chevrolet revealed the all-new 2016 Chevy Cruze, which takesgiant leaps in the safety feature technology. There are 10 air bags, a side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure alert and forward collision alert. Within the updated and stylish interior, there is a completely redesigned 7-inch infotainment display that will showcase Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. All these added technology and safety features are what make the new Cruze relevant once again, as Stephanie Brinley– an industry anaylist with IHS Auotmotive– states, "They've (Chevy) been pretty conservative in this segment for some time, but that has served them well in the market. What it needs to be is fashionable and help Chevrolet get more loyalty and bring new people into the brand."
We feel that brand loyalty will not be a problem once drivers and buyers realize how perfect the all new 2016 Chevy Cruze is for them! We won't get the new Cruze here at Graff Mt. Pleasant until the spring of 2016, but you can bet we will have all the information so when it does get here you'll be well informed! If you would like to take a look at any of our new or used Chevy models, call us to schedule a test drive! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealershiplocated at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT.PLEASANT, Mich. - General Motors and Chevrolet are wanting to appeal more to the younger generation of buyers, and what better way to do that than release a press release in the fun, pictographic language of today's youth? Yep, that's right, you may have heard that recently Chevy has gone emoji. Take a look and see if YOU can decode it!
Promoting the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze, GM wanted to capture the attention of pop-culture, thus composing an entire press release using only pictures– no words– that included its very own "bow tie" logo emoji. Since the press release was released on Monday, it has since been decoded and Craig Daitch, Chevy's senior manager for social media stated, "Because emoji is international in its adoption, we wanted to have fun and be irreverent with our audience. The release is the first piece of a week-long narrative featuring emoji."
That week-long feature also includes a YouTube.com series titled "Emoji Academy", which is a short web-series that features Norm Macdonald being helped by Ashley Benson, Jamie Chung and Zandaya to learn to find his inner "emoji". Check out the third part of the web-series down below!
Chevy has gone emoji recently, and if you're dying to decipher the emoji-code, Chevrolet released it on Tuesday...
Translation:
"The all-new 2016 Cruze blends innovative technology, striking design and impressive efficiency into one sporty ride. It's the best new thing since sliced bread for stylish and socially connected people. A Chevrolet spokesperson said: "We had the idea that the new Cruze could change the world."
Design: Athletic build, stylish and good looking
Technology: 7 connected devices with available 4G LTE Wi-Fi. Cool! First in its class to offer compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Bluetooth compatible. Touch screen. Speakers/music.
Seating: Seats 5
Fuel efficiency: The 2015 Cruze offers an EPA-estimated 35 mpg hwy. The 2016 Cruze is expected to offer better fuel economy, which is awesome. Look at how much time will pass before you need to fill up your tank again!
Safety: 10 air bags. Comes with OnStar standard for 6 months.
Available: Soon! Coming in Spring 2016.
Available: Globally
In conclusion, get ready to go places in your Cruze. It has the technology and fuel efficiency you need wrapped up in a fun ride. Prepare to fall in love."
Pretty simple right? It is so exciting to see General Motors and Chevrolet be so creative and innovative in their marketing strategies! If you would like to stop and see all of our available Chevy models, check us out! We would love to chat about all things Chevy, maybe we can even talk in Emoji? Maybe not so fast, we'll just use regular words... FOR NOW! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealershiplocated at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - The Buick Encore made a splash in the auto-market pool when it launched in early 2013. It arrived just in time to take advantage of the auto buyer's surge of demand for a smaller, more subcompact SUV. In 2014, Buick sold 138,218 Encores globally, which was an insane 42 percent rise on sales numbers from the year prior, and THIS year is shaping up to be even more profitable for Buick.
Even though the Buick Encore has been seeing success ever since it was launched, that doesn't mean that the Encore shouldn't stay fresh and always be tweaking things to make sure it stays on top of its game! A prototype for a newly updated Buick Encore has been spotted testing in Europe, where GM operates its European arm, Opel. Don't worry, we're seeing only minor changes for the 2017 Encore as this is considered a mid-cycle update.
These new updates, due to the camouflage gear on the prototype, suggest a few updates and tweaks to the headlights, new bumpers and possibly a new grille. Motorauthority.com expects that the 2017 Encore will make its way to dealership lots next year, and we hope they are right! Even though it is not entirely clear what power-trains will be offered with the 2017 Buick Encore, we could definitely see the vehicle adopt GM's latest EcoTec range of engines. These engines could also appear in the next-generation Buick Verano.
Whatever the power-train, we are so happy that a prototype for a newly updated Buick Encore has been spotted testing because it's one of our favorite models here at Graff GM in Mt. Pleasant! Feel free to stop by and test drive any of our new or used Buick models, or even take a look at our current Encore models! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealershiplocated at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - General Motors announced last week that Chevy will bring the 2016 sixth-gen Camaro to Lansing, Michigan, to be built in Michigan's capital city. Chevrolet will hire back 500 second shift jobs at the plant to help build the new muscle car.
The 2016 Chevy Camaro will end its summer promo tour at the Los Angeles Auto Show before coming home to Lansing to begin production in November. It will be available to buyers near the end of the 2015 fourth quarter, and consumers are counting down the days till they can get their hands on Chevy's new muscle car.
Currently, the fifth-gen Camaro is being built across the border in an Ontario plant. While GM is excited the new Camaro will be built in Lansing, they are also investing over $170 million into Lansing's facility for new equipment that includes new paint systems to accommodate new Camaro-only colors: Summit White, Bright Yellow and Red Hot. Currently, General Motors also builds the Cadillac ATS and CTS models at the Lansing Plant.
The mayor of Lansing, Mayor Virg Bernero, stated, "Gearing up for full-scale production of the legendary Chevy Camaro is a new high point in the more than two decades of extraordinary partnership between the City of Lansing, General Motors and the UAW." This investment into the Lansing plant is just a small part of the current $2.8 billion investment that General Motors is putting into a multitude of its facilities across the country. These include a $439 million investment at the Corvette plant in Kentucky and a $1.2 billion investment at its truck facility in Indiana. The all-new sixth-generation Camaro was revealed in Detroit last month, and since then has been going toe-to-toe against the 50th Anniversary Edition Mustang and the Dodge Challenger Hellcat.Chevy will bring the 2016 sixth-gen Camaro to Lansing in the fall and you can bet that Hank Graff of Mt. Pleasant will have the best inventory around! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT.PLEASANT, Mich. – Chevrolet
has recently announced its next big reveal: the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. The
all-new Chevy Cruze will offer both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as blogged
about previously, and will debut in Detroit on June 24th.
Beginning at the start of 2015, Chevrolet has been on a
whirlwind pace of overhauling their entire lineup. It started at this year’s
Detroit Auto Show with the reveal of the 2016 Volt. The 2016 Malibu and Spark
had their big reveal in New York, while the much anticipated 2016 next-gen
Camaro was released in grand fashion on Belle Isle in May. After those four
revels, Chevrolet has recently announced
its next big reveal: the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze.
While we don’t
know exactly what the 2016 Cruze will look like in its e
ntirety, spy shots show
that the U.S-spec model will has a similar overall shape as China’s Cruze
(pictured above), but will look more like a mix between the Volt and Malibu
designs, intriguing right? The Cruze has been immensely successful for GM a
Chevrolet, both domestically and abroad, since its introduction into the U.S
market in 2010. We at Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant cannot WAIT to see the 2016
Cruze, as well as its innovative Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto!
Here at Graff Mt. Pleasant, we'll be posting updates and news on the 2016 Cruze as it comes down the line! If you would
like to chat more about Chevy’s 2016 lineup, give us a shout-out! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant,
Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC
Cadillac dealership located
at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - Warmer weather and low gas prices can only mean one thing: road trips! This year, it is projected that more families will load up in their car more than ever before. Thus, we gathered some healthy road trip snacks that are easy to pack and will keep those annoying hunger pains at bay! They will definitely keep you from pulling off at every exit to get fatty, greasy drive-threw food, which does nothing for you health wise anyway!
1. Veggies with Ranch Dipping Sauce: We get it, most of the time kids will only eat their veggies with some sort of dip. Try carrots, celery and red pepper with one of those made-for-travel ranch containers!
2. Beef Jerky:Never underestimate the power of the jerky! This little snack is PACKED with protein, low in calories and will be able to handle your more carnivorous cravings! Our favorite brand isKrave Beef Jerky, with tons of different flavors, you're sure to fall in love!
3. Muffins: Homemade are the best option, the store bought ones are a little gut-heavy. Blueberry or chocolate chip muffins are always a crowd pleaser! Take a look at these!
4. Cucumber and Avocado Sandwich: Thishearty whole gran sandwichmade with thinly sliced cucumbers, mashed avocados and light cream cheese will fill you right up!
5. Bananas: The nature made road trip snack! Filled with potassium, these will give you that last boost of energy to make it to the campsite!
6. Turkey and Cheese Tortilla Roll Ups: This is a wonderful tasting snack that is quick and easy to assemble. The best part is you can modify the recipe to fit you or your child's preferences. This would also work with ham and cheese, blt, chicken salad, or veggie!
7. Granola Bars:The store bought kind is fine, however they usually contain a lot of weird and unnecessary ingredients but by making your own, you can monitor the sugar levels and add your own ingredients!Try these! These are perfect for the kids, and provide a quick burst of energy!
8. Apples: Apples are a GREAT
source of fiber, and they are proven appetite suppressants. By munching on one
or some apple slices, you'll definitely be able to calm that grumbling tummy.
Here’s a tip, if you want to much on apple slices but are afraid of them going
brown, squeeze some lemon juice over them. The acidity prevents the apples from
browning.
These healthy road trip snacks are so easy, and sure to please any hungry crowd! Do you have any go to road-trip snacks or tips? Share them with us! At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevroletdealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillacdealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
